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2016 Ford Explorer Backup System Problems

3 owner-reported backup system complaints from NHTSA data

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May 2023Oct 2025
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (3)

mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Oct 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera screen was distorted. In addition, the contact stated that the screen image was wavy and had several colors.

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NHTSA #: 11693608
mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Aug 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact’s spouse stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was distorted, nearly causing the driver to hit a child while reversing in a parking lot. A bystander alerted the driver to stop the vehicle, which prevented the incident from occurring.

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NHTSA #: 11679140
mediumBACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: May 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while reversing the vehicle, the back over prevention camera malfunctioned and failed to display an image. The contact stated that the message "rear camera not available" was displayed.

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NHTSA #: 11521141

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